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India is set to celebrate a wide range of festivals in 2025, with many public holidays falling on weekends, creating opportunities for extended breaks.

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A total of six holidays will fall on either Saturday or Sunday, while several others will lead to long weekends for many employees. Several holidays create long weekends. Eid-ul-Fitr, Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti, Buddha Purnima, and Diwali all occur on Mondays.

Holika Dahan and Holi fall on Thursday and Friday, respectively, preceding a weekend. Independence Day is on a Friday, and Janmashtami's Saturday observance extends the weekend.

2025 Public Holidays on Weekends

1. Republic Day – Sunday, January 26
2. Ram Navami – Sunday, April 6
3. Moharram – Sunday, July 6
4. Bakrid – Saturday, June 7
5. Raksha Bandhan – Saturday, August 9
6. Janmashtami – Saturday, August 16

Long Weekends in 2025

1. Holika Dahan & Holi –
   • Holika Dahan: Thursday, March 13
   • Holi: Friday, March 14
   • Long Weekend: March 13-16 (4 days)
2. Independence
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